Our Obituaries
Michael H. Day
April 12, 1947 - May 19, 2013
Michael Hunt Day, 66, of Earleville, MD, and formerly of Salisbury, MD, died suddenly on Sunday, May 19, 2013, at Elkton Union Hospital. Born in Salisbury, he was the son of the late William G. Day and Jeanne Holloway Day Simpson.
Mr. Day was a 1965 graduate of Wicomico Senior High School. After graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served in Vietnam at the Cam Ranh Bay AFB....
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Carol L. Long
September 29, 1941 - May 17, 2013
Carol L. Long, age 71, of Bel Air, MD passed away suddenly on May 17, 2013 at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD. Carol was born and raised in Kingfisher, OK and lived most ofher adult life in Maryland.
She studied at Cecil Community College and worked for more than 20 years in the accounting department of the Baltimore County Public School System.
She enjoyed the chance to make...
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Steven M. Clouse
February 7, 1957 - May 15, 2013
Steven M. Clouse, age 56, passed away on May 15, 2013 at VA Maryland Healthcare System in Perry Point, MD. Steven was born in Chitose, Japan on February 7, 1957 to Joann J. (Bloom) and the late Franklin I. Clouse.
A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Steven attended Salisbury University and was a member of the Sigma Nu fraternity. A big sports fan, his favorite teams were Ravens and Orioles but...
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Nathan E. Harris
October 21, 1931 - May 14, 2013
Nathan E. Harris, age 81, passed away on May 14, 2013 at Southern Chester County Medical Center in Jennersville, PA. Nathan was born in West Grove, Pennsylvania on October 21, 1931 to the late Ed and Elizabeth (Britton) Harris.
Nathan drove trucks most of his life, a profession he enjoyed immensely. He at one time even owned his own rig. An amateur boxer, he enjoyed watching the sport and was...
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Helen G. Reynolds
February 12, 1920 - May 10, 2013
Helen G. Reynolds, 93, of Rising Sun, MD, departed this life on Friday May 10, 2013 at Union Hospital.
A lifelong resident of Rising Sun, Helen was the daughter of the late Clarence and Edna (Benson) Gifford. She received her degree in Education from Towson University and taught in the Cecil County Public School System, at the one room school house at Rock Springs, the Colora two room...
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Joyce Fulthorpe Falcon
July 20, 1926 - May 3, 2013
Joyce (Fulthorpe) Falcon of Elkton, MD., peacefully passed away with her family by her side on May 3, 2013. She was born in New Castle, England on July 20, 1926 to Arthur and Lillian Fulthorpe. She came to this country aboard the Queen Mary in November of 1945 and became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 1956.
Joyce was always a hard worker. She worked the farms, packed fruit, and was a member of...
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Paul L. Schlosser, Jr.
October 7, 1954 - May 1, 2013
Paul L. Schlosser Jr., age 58, of Newark, DE passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at Wilmington Hospital. Paul was born on October 7, 1954 in Wilmington, DE.
After graduating from Newark High School in 1972 he attended the University of Delaware. Paul was owner & operator of Schlosser & Assoc. Mechanical Contracting Inc. An avid Triathlete, he was a USA Triathlon Association All American. ...
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Jeannette Nesbitt Hillyer
July 25, 1922 - May 1, 2013
Jeannette Nesbitt Hillyer, age 90, passed away on May 1, 2013 in Port Deposit, MD. Jeannette was born in Port Deposit, MD on July 25, 1922 to the late Harry Nesbitt and Ethel (Jones) Nesbitt.
A supporter and member of the Democratic Party, Jeannette was very active in community affairs. She was a big part of the Bainbridge Development Corporation, where she championed causes like a Naval...
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Patricia Ann French
March 17, 1957 - April 27, 2013
Patricia Ann French, 56, of Newark, DE, passed away at her home Saturday April 27, 2013 after a lengthy illness.
Born in Huntington, WV on March 17, 1957, Patty was the daughter of Floyd and Betty Carrigan of Port St. Lucie, FL. She was a 1975 graduate of Christiana High School. She was a member of the Monday night Ladies League at Blue Hen Lanes, was a member of a Trivial Pursuit...
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Dawn Ellen Miller Palmer
May 4, 1973 - April 26, 2013
Dawn E. Miller Palmer, 39, of Rising Sun, MD passed away April 26, 2013 at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center.
Born in Elkton, MD on May 4, 1973, Dawn was the daughter of the Calvin C. Miller and Ruth Forrester. A 1991 graduate of Rising Sun High School, Dawn became a hair stylist upon graduating and worked for various salons before opening The Whole Sha-Bang Salon which she owned and operated for...
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Cameron "Lumpy" Davis
September 19, 1978 - April 24, 2013
Cameron Alan " Lumpy" Davis, age 34, of Elkton, MD passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2013. Born September 19, 1978, he was the son of Edward and Rita Davis.
Cameron attended Elkton Christian Academy then continued on to work for Chrysler for ten years. He was a member of Hogs and Heroes, with whom he served as chaplain. He enjoyed spending his time listening to a variety of music, watching...
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Oma Faye Boyd
May 20, 1941 - April 24, 2013
Oma Faye Boyd, 71, of Newark, DE, passed away April 24, 2013 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Haysi, VA on May 20, 1941, Faye was the daughter of the late Freeman and Bertha Fuller Sykes. She worked as a CNA at Newark Manor Nursing Home for over 40 years. She was one of the first recipients of the Delaware Healthcare Facilities Certified Nursing Assistant "All Star Award" in...
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Nancy Lee Purner Yeatts
October 3, 1934 - April 23, 2013
Nancy Lee Purner Yeatts, 78, of Elkton, MD, passed away April 23, 2013 at Laurelwood Nursing Center.
Born in Elkton on October 3, 1934, Nancy was the daughter of the late William and Adeline Crawford Purner. She was a waitress for many years at Schaefer's Canal House and also worked for a time as a greeter at WALMART. She enjoyed bowling and also played BINGO. She loved her dogs who kept her...
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James R. Hammer
April 13, 1931 - April 23, 2013
James R. Hammer, 82, of Port Deposit, MD, passed away at his home on April 23, 2013, after a lengthy illness.
Born in Norton, VA on April 13, 1931, Jim was the son of the late Russell Lee and Myrtle Lucile Jones Hammer. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and worked for 23 years of honorable federal service at Aberdeen Proving Ground as Chief of the Planners and Estimators. He...
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Harry H. Howard, Jr.
November 28, 1914 - April 21, 2013
Harry H. Howard, Jr., 98, former Bethlehem Steel Executive, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2013 in Kirkland Village. Born November 28, 1914, in Chesapeake City, Maryland, he was the son of the late Harry, Sr. and Lillie (Woolford) Howard.
A 1935 graduate of the University of Maryland with a degree in Electrical Engineering, he worked for the Army Corps of Engineers' Philadelphia District before...
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Matthew Wilson, Sr.
December 1, 1931 - April 19, 2013
Matthew Wilson, Sr., age 81, of Newark, DE passed away on Friday April 19, 2013 at Seasons Hospice at Christiana Care in Newark, DE. He was born on December 1, 1931 in Plains, PA to the late Matthew and Minnie (Gross) Wilson.
Matthew retired from the Chrysler plant in Newark, DE where he worked in the paint shop. A gear head at heart, Matthew loved working on cars, riding motorcycles and...
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Robert "Bob" Schick
October 21, 1942 - April 18, 2013
Robert I. Schick, age 70, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2013 in Rising Sun, Maryland. Robert was born in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania on October 21, 1942 to the late Irvin G. Schick and Virginia Dix Schick.
A renowned educator, Bob taught "Shop" or Industrial Arts for 35 years in Cecil County Public School System. He was a member of Kiwanis International for over 10+ years and helped...
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Thomas "Raymond" McMullen, Jr.
April 29, 1937 - April 10, 2013
Thomas "Raymond" McMullen, Jr. age 75, of Newark, DE passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at Christiana Hospital, surrounded by his family.
He was born on April 29, 1937 in Newark, DE to the late Thomas and Lettie (Long) McMullen. Raymond was a graduate of University of Delaware where he earned his Bachelors of Science in Business. After college he worked for many years for Sheaffer's...
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Ann L. Petty
May 6, 1935 - April 9, 2013
Ann L. Petty, age 77, of Rising Sun, Maryland, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2013. Ann was born on May 6, 1935 in Sparta, NC to the late Walter and Hattie (Andrews) Evans.
Ann enjoyed, and was very gifted, at quilting. She would spend long hours in her craft room lovingly making quilts for her daughter and other loved ones. She also enjoyed music and loved to play her favorite hymns on...
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Raymond E. Robinson
September 19, 1915 - April 7, 2013
Raymond E. Robinson, age 97, of Newark, DE, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2013 at Conestoga View Nursing Home in Lancaster, PA.
Born September 19, 1915 in Newark, DE, Raymond was the son of Claire and Conrad Robinson.
Ray attended Newark High School. He owned and operated Ray's Repair Shop located on Route 273 and Ogletown Road for five years. He was a lifetime member of Aetna Fire Company...
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Margaret L. Riley
January 15, 1937 - April 7, 2013
Margaret Louise Riley, age 76, of Perryville, MD, formerly of Darlington, MD, passed away on April 7, 2013. Margaret was born in Waynesboro, PA on January 15, 1937 to the late William S. & Mary A. Foster.
Margaret was a member of Wrightsdale Baptist Church in Peach Bottom, PA. She cooked at Dave's Restaurant in Conowingo, MD for several years and she also collected Angels as a hobby. Margaret...
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Myra Barrett
January 13, 1925 - April 6, 2013
Myra Barrett, age 88, of Colora, MD passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at Harford Memorial Hospital in Havre de Grace, MD, surrounded by her loving family. Myra was born in Port Deposit, MD on January 13, 1925 to the late John and Ruth (Balderston) Lippincott.
Myra was a wonderful farm wife who loved taking care of her home and family. She was a caring mother not only to her own children...
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Virginia M. Pierce
March 18, 1933 - April 3, 2013
Virginia M. Pierce, age 80, of North East, MD passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on March 18, 1933 in Ervin, TN to the late Neal and Martha (Miller) Pate.
Virginia worked as a housekeeper at Perry Point VA Hospital. She loved to sing gospel music, listen to Conway Twitty and Charlie Pride. Another of her many joys were trips to Willow...
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Lois J. Sellar
December 22, 1940 - March 30, 2013
Lois Jane Sellar passed on to see her Lord and Savior during her 72nd year on March 30, 2013.
Lois was born in Harrisburg, Pa on Dec 22nd, 1940, the daughter of the late John Frederick and Mary Frances (Walter) Neubold, and is predeceased by 2 brothers, James and Robert. She is survived by brother John, and children, Jenny Lynn, Lee William, Susan Alice, Sharon Frances, Richard Scott and Michael...
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Agnes "Peggy" M. Bare
August 14, 1935 - March 29, 2013
Agnes "Peggy" M. Bare, age 77, of North East, MD passed away on Friday, March 29, 2013.
Peggy was born on August 14, 1935 in Liberty Grove, MD to the late Donald and Connie (Jones) Graybeal. A 1954 graduate of Rising Sun High School, she then worked at Aberdeen Proving Ground and later Thiokol in Elkton, MD. She eventually opened a small business, Cloth Corner, in Elkton. Most recently she...
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Deloris A. Reburn
November 24, 1943 - March 28, 2013
Deloris A. Reburn, 69, a lifelong resident of Cecil County, passed away peacefully at her home March 28, 2013 surrounded by her family.
Born in Elkton, MD on November 24, 1943, Deloris was the daughter of the late George L. and Mildred Ellis Murphy. She attended Elkton High School and retired from W.L. Gore and Associates. She was an avid and talented quilter. Deloris loved...
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James Wilson Rierson
March 30, 1934 - March 27, 2013
James W. Rierson, Sr., age 78, passed away on March 27, 2013 at his home in Monroe, GA. He was born in Farmington, MD, March 30, 1934 to the late James E. and Myrtle (Wilson) Rierson of Colora, MD.
A 20-year veteran of the United States Air Force served during the Korea and Vietnam era, and the last 4 years in White House Communications. He dedicated 20 more years to Rockwell International...
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Robert Andrew White
September 23, 1964 - March 25, 2013
Robert A. White, 48, of Elkton, passed away suddenly on Monday, March 25, 2013. He died unexpectedly, and always claimed he'd have the shelf life of a Twinkie. Of course, coincidentally, Twinkies are also gone these days.
Robert was born September 23, 1964 in Providence, Rhode Island to parents Thomas and the late Adelle White. Upon moving to Elkton, Robert--Bob as his friends and family called...
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Harry L. Wilson, Sr.
July 1, 1937 - March 24, 2013
Harry L. Wilson former resident of Cecil County, MD passed away March 24, 2013 in Palm Coast, FL. He was predeceased by his parents Harry Wilson and Sara Hitchens, first wife Sondra Wilson after 45 years of marriage and son Harry Jr. (Rusty)
He is survived by second wife Nancy R. Wilson of 8 ½ years and daughter Kim Wilson of FL, 4 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild of TX.
Harry retired...
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Richard E. Smith, Sr.
January 20, 1950 - March 24, 2013
Richard loved the outdoors.Hunting and fishing at Sunset Lake in Newark was his favorite spot. He was the second of 3 generations to be members there. He spent many days watching sports. He was an avid Steelers and Pirates fan. Richard was a lifetime member of Aetna Hose, Hook and Ladder Fire Company as well as a proud member of the NRA. He loved to attend the oyster festival in Chincoteague with...
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Janet Eissner
November 13, 1931 - March 24, 2013
Janet B. Eissner, age 81, passed away on March 24, 2013, at the Compassionate Care Hospice surrounded by her family.
Janet was born in Holyoke, Massachusetts, and graduated from Springfield High School, Pennsylvania, in 1949 where she was a scholar-athlete. She then moved with her family to Newark, Delaware in 1949. She attended the University of Delaware graduating in 1953 with degrees in...
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Bessie "Miss Bess" Cregger
October 29, 1920 - March 21, 2013
Bessie Isabelle Cregger of Rising Sun (formerly Conowingo), MD passed away peacefully on March 21, 2013 at Calvert Manor Healthcare Center, with loved ones by her side. She was born on October 29, 1920 in Little Britain, PA, one of eleven children born to the late Roman and Ethel (Dawson) McVey.
Bessie worked in the food service industry as a cook at Woodside Diner in Conowingo, MD. She had...
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Ralph J. Knox
August 14, 1934 - March 19, 2013
Ralph J. Knox, age 78, of Elkton, MD passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at Heartland Hospice House in Wilmington, DE. Ralph was born in Elkton, MD on August 14, 1934 to the late Joseph & Carrie (Bell) Knox.
A proud veteran of the Marine Corps, Ralph, served his country during the Korean War era. He worked for 35 years as a chemical operator at Thiokol Corporation (currently ATK) in Elkton....
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Ray Brooks
April 20, 1941 - March 17, 2013
Kermit Ray Brooks, 71, of Port Deposit, MD, passed away Sunday March 17, 2013 at Heartland Hospice House.
Born in West Jefferson, NC on April 20, 1941, Ray was the son of the late Thomas and Frances Church Brooks. He retired from General Motors in 1993 after 30 years of service. He enjoyed travelling, working on trucks and carpentry.
He is survived by two daughters, Tammy Pavolic and husband...
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Walter Ray Vannoy, Jr.
September 14, 1962 - March 16, 2013
On March 16, 2013, Walter Vannoy, age 50, of Newark, Delaware, passed away suddenly at home.
Walt was survived by his mother, Elaine Vannoy, of Wilmington, Delaware, and father Walter Ray Vannoy, Sr., of Aberdeen, Maryland.
Walt was a graduate of McKean High School. He worked at the University of Delaware in the pest control division for 28 years until his retirement in 2008.
Walt loved...
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Mary E. Charnock
May 2, 1930 - March 13, 2013
Mary Elizabeth McNeal Charnock, age 82, of Middletown, DE passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at her home surrounded by her family. Mary was born in Boothwyn, PA to the late John & Dorothy (Smith) McNeal.
She is survived by her daughter, Sally Rifenburg and husband, Douglas of Middletown, DE with whom she lived; grandchildren, Matthew Rifenburg and wife, Gina (Graham) of Clayton DE, ...
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Pamela Lynn Barker
March 10, 2013
Pamela Barker, age 48, of Elkton, MD passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2013. She is survived by her parents Earl and Selva Wroldsen, sisters; Brenda Owens, Katherine Owens, Connie Barker and Kenneth Barker. Services are private.
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Lou Burton
October 15, 1926 - March 9, 2013
Lou was born in Parkville, Maryland to Edna Schimpf and Clarence Aubrey Burton. He was the younger brother to Audrey Necker and Grace Montgomery Burton. He enlisted in the Navy and worked on a mine sweeper in the North Pacific during WWII. It was there that he developed a love of Alaska and all its natural beauty. After WWII he met and married Jean Burton, the love of his life, and they remained...
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Ida E. McMullen
July 20, 1918 - March 7, 2013
Ida E. McMullen, age 94, of Hoosick Falls, NY and formerly of Perryville, MD, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2013, at Bennington Hospital in Bennington, VT, after a short illness. Ida was born in Wilmington, Delaware on July 20, 1918 to the late Joseph Ganora and Gesuina (Conca) Ganora.
She is survived by her granddaughter, Kelly Berkau of Hoosick Falls, NY, and two great grandsons, whom she...
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John Lowery Freeman
March 22, 1924 - March 3, 2013
John Lowery (Dick) Freeman, age 88, of Chesapeake City, MD passed away Sunday March 3, 2013 at Caraway Manor in Elkton, MD.
He was born in Galena, MD on March 22, 1924 to the late C. Harvey and Leona Lowery Freeman. He graduated from Galena Public School in 1940. Mr. Freeman was raised and worked on his parents' farm in Galena, MD. He started his own dairy farming in 1948 and continued to farm...
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Meilli Shire Paquin
March 2, 2013
Meilli Shire Paquin, of Port Deposit, MD, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Ansbach, Germany, Meilli was the daughter of the late Johann and Karolina Wilhelminia Kohn. She studied at the University of Heidelberg, and later when she came to the United States, pursued an advanced degree at the University of Southern...
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Barbara L. Webb
August 30, 1942 - March 2, 2013
Barbara L. Webb, 70, of Bear, DE, formerly of Rising Sun, MD, passed away unexpectedly at her home March 2, 2013.
Born in West Chester, PA on August 30, 1942, Barbara was the daughter of Ruth "Gerry" Webb and the late Hubert A. Webb. She was a graduate of Rising Sun High School where she was an outstanding athlete, and Goldey Beacom College. She worked as a legal secretary and most recently...
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Josephine M. Ruello
September 20, 1926 - February 27, 2013
Josephine M. Ruello, age 86, of Rising Sun, MD died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at Calvert Manor Nursing Home. Josephine was born in Atlantic City, NJ on September 20, 1926 to the late Nicholas P. & Margaret M. (Tuccio) Ruello.
Josephine graduated in 1944 from Kennett Consolidated High School in Kennett Square, PA. She was the class secretary and was also...
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Diana Lynn Ciancaglione
June 28, 1943 - February 26, 2013
Diana Lynn Ciancaglione, age 69, of Wilmington, DE passed away on Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at the Kutz Home in Wilmington, DE. She was born June 28, 1943 in Wilmington, DE to the late William and Audrey Reeder.
Diana, a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High school, earned her nursing certificate and spent her career as a registered nurse at Sun Oil, Christiana Care and Union Hospital. She loved...
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Annabelle L. Weldin
February 10, 1929 - February 26, 2013
Annabelle L. Weldin, age 84, of Bear, DE passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at Christiana Hospital after a short illness surrounded by her loving family. Annabelle was born on February 10, 1929 to the late Norman H. Laws, Sr. & Ruth V. (Morrison) Laws.
Annabelle was a native Delawarean; she grew up in the Bear/Glasgow area on a farm. She was an active lifelong member of the Pencader Grange...
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Charles R. Goodie
May 8, 1930 - February 26, 2013
Charles R. Goodie, 82, of Rising Sun, MD, passed away February 26, 2013 at Calvert Manor Healthcare Center.
Born in Rising Sun, MD on May 8, 1930, Charles was the son of the late William Clarence and Florence Wright Goodie. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during the Korean War. Charles passion was firefighting. He was a professional firefighter at Bainbridge Naval Station and...
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Elizabeth A. Jaquette
October 24, 1928 - February 24, 2013
Surrounded by loved ones, Elizabeth A. Jaquette, age 84, formerly of Elkton, MD passed away on Sunday, February 24, 2013 at Genesis Healthcare in Elkton, MD. Born in Wilmington, Delaware on October 24, 1928, Elizabeth was the daughter of the late James and Anna (Walther) Jaquette.
Upon graduating from Elkton H.S., she worked at Libby's Beauty Shop in Elkton until she started her own shop which...
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Luther R. Gilliam
November 22, 1921 - February 24, 2013
Luther R. Gilliam, age 91, of Port Deposit, MD passed away on February 24, 2013. Luther was born in Phenix, VA on November 22, 1921 to the late Luther R. Gilliam & Hannie (Pugh) Gilliam.
Luther was a veteran of the Army having served from 1942-1945 and 1950-1951 in Company C, 393rd, 99th Division. He was a Prisoner of War in Germany during WWII having been captured on December 16, 1944 at the...
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Ruth Barrett Kyle
June 30, 1926 - February 24, 2013
Ruth Barrett Kyle, age 86, of Rising Sun, MD passed away on February 24, 2013. Ruth was born in Sylmar, PA on June 30, 1926 to the late Clifford and Kathleen (Ferguson) Barrett.
Ruth attended Beacom College where she earned a two year associate's degree. She was one of the longest standing members of Mt. Pleasant Church. Ruth was in charge of the dining room for the spring and fall turkey...
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Jane Diem Pearl
July 3, 1924 - February 23, 2013
Jane D. Pearl, age 88 of Newark, DE and formerly of Coatesville, PA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 23, 2013, at Season's Hospice at Christiana Care in Newark, DE.
She was born on July 3, 1924 in West Chester, PA to the late Clarence and Ella Mae (Sharp) Diem. She graduated from Oxford H.S. and worked as a secretary for Lukens Steel, from which she retired after almost 40 years of...
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Sam J. Abbey
August 14, 1947 - February 19, 2013
Sam Abbey, aged 65, of North East, MD, and Hialeah, FL, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 in Hialeah, FL.
He was born on August 14, 1947 in Denton, TX to Hazel Belcher Abbey and the late Donald Sam Abbey. Sam was devoted to the horse racing industry and had a career that spanned over 43 years. Over his career he was the Director of Racing at Delaware Park, Atlantic City Race...
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Margaret W. Smith
July 17, 1929 - February 19, 2013
Margaret Werner Smith, 83, of Elkton, MD, formerly of Wilmington, DE, passed away Tuesday February 19, 2013 at home with her family.
Born on July 17, 1929 in Nassawadox, VA, Margaret was the daughter of the late Harry and Margaret Melson Werner of Greenbush, VA. Margaret's mother died when Margaret was three weeks old. Her father eventually remarried, and Leanora Barnes Werner became the...
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Kathleen M. (Gregg) Pugh
January 21, 1954 - February 15, 2013
Kathleen M. Pugh, age 59, of Elkton, MD died suddenly Friday, February 15, 2013. Kathleen was born on January 21, 1954 in Elkton, MD.
She enjoyed spending time with her family especially on the holidays and family outings. Kathleen attended Marantha Baptist Church of Elkton and she loved the Lord and reading the Bible. Kathleen was an outgoing person; she always worked where she could help...
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Klaus H. Huebner, M.D.
April 28, 1916 - February 15, 2013
Dr. Klaus H. Huebner, M.D., passed away quietly at his home in North East Heights, Maryland, on Friday evening, February 15, 2013 at age 96.
Dr. Huebner graduated from the University of Pennsylvania Medical School in 1942. After serving with distinction with the U.S. Army in Italy in WWII, Dr. Huebner was a long time family physician first in North East, Maryland, and then at the Perry Point...
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Virginia C. Samuels
May 21, 1931 - February 13, 2013
Virginia C. Samuels, age 81, of Rising Sun, MD, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 13, 2013. Born in Rising Sun on May 21, 1931, she is the daughter of the late Jacob and Violet (Smith) Christie.
She served as a homemaker for her family from 1947 to 1957. In 1949, she graduated from George Washington Carver H.S. Virginia began her career at Chester County Hospital where she...
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John R. Miller
July 15, 1946 - February 11, 2013
John R. Miller, age 66, of Colora, MD passed away on Monday, February 11, 2013 at his home.
John was born on July 15, 1946 in Baltimore, MD. He was a 1964 graduate of Poly Technic Institute and graduate of Cecil Community College as a member of Alfa Alfa Thada National Honor Society. He worked for Bethlehem Steel Shipyard for over 25 years, Newport News Shipyard and was most recently retired...
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Ila Doris Frederick
April 2, 1939 - February 10, 2013
Ila Doris Frederick, age 73, of Port Deposit, MD passed away on February 10, 2013. Ila was born in Bedford, PA on April 2, 1939 to late Leslie A. & Pansy (Glover) Valentine
Ila was a school bus driver for Cecil County Public Schools for many years and also a brownie leader with the Girl Scouts of America. Ila loved raising her children and spending time with her family. She enjoyed going...
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Linda Muriel Swim
May 6, 1948 - February 9, 2013
Linda Muriel Swim, age 64, of Rising Sun, MD went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 9, 2013 after a long illness.
Linda was born on May 6, 1948 in Middletown, Ohio. Linda was a homemaker. A true artist at heart, she loved playing the piano and painting. She was a wonderful artist. Most of all she loved spending time with her family.
She is survived by her mother, Ruby J....
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Donna Michalski
October 7, 1956 - February 9, 2013
Donna Sue Michalski, age 56, of North East, MD, passed peacefully into God's hands in her home on Saturday, February 9, 2013 surrounded by her husband and two pet dogs. She was born in Baltimore, MD on October 7, 1956 to Kezia and the late Edith (Forbes) McNeal.
Donna worked as a sales rep selling wholesale electronic components to various business accounts in the area. Having an artistic eye...
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Joan King Chalker
January 31, 2013
Joan King Chalker, age 83, passed away on Thursday, January 31, 2013. Joan was born in Wilmington, Delaware on February 6, 1929.
Joan attended Haverford High School, and then Penn State University, where she earned a degree in business. She went on to work with Frank Piasecki at Piasecki Helicopter during the development of the HRP-1 "Flying Banana", and in later years at the University of...
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Sara Elizabeth Simmers Keller
July 6, 1925 - January 30, 2013
Sara Elizabeth Simmers Keller, age 87 of Port Deposit, MD and Lake Placid, FL died at Christiana Care Health Services on Wednesday, January 30, 2013. Mrs. Keller was born on July 6, 1925 in Fremont, PA to the late Harvey and Estella Kirkwood Simmers.
Mrs. Keller was a 1942 graduate of Rising Sun High School and attended Beacom College, Wilmington, DE where she was inducted into the Gallery of...
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Kathryn C Hermanns
January 23, 1926 - January 30, 2013
Kathryn C. Hermanns, 87, of Chesapeake City, MD, passed away January 30, 2013 at Seasons Hospice.
According to her wishes, services will be private. To send condolences visit www.rtfoard.com (410)398-3388
Kathryn was born in Niagara Falls, NY on January 23, 1926. Her parents were John A. Kearns and Anna Rae Frempt Kearns. Her husband Ted Hermann was by her side at the moment of her death as...
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Charlotte "Elaine" Keller
January 31, 1925 - January 29, 2013
Charlotte "Elaine" Keller, age 87, of Conowingo, MD passed away on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at Harford Memorial Hospital.
Charlotte was born on January 31, 1925 in Pilot Town, MD to the late Earl & Nora (Sprout) Trimble. She worked at Aberdeen Proving Ground for over 30 years. She loved to cook, bake and travel. She wore out three motor homes traveling extensively throughout the U.S. with her...
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Joseph W. Lanahan
March 12, 1936 - January 27, 2013
Joseph W. Lanahan, age 76, of Rising Sun, MD passed away on January 27, 2013. Joseph was born in Darby, PA on March 12, 1936 to the late William A. & Vivian (Nelson) Lanahan.
Joseph was a retired Lt. Col. of the Delaware Air National Guard. He was Squad Commander and Deputy Commander of Maintenance. He had a C-130 aircraft named in his honor as the FY 2008 Camp Honoree. He was also a member...
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Jeannie Demmick Lowman
August 3, 1960 - January 23, 2013
Jeannie Lowman, age 52 passed away suddenly Wednesday, January 23, 2013 at her home in Rising Sun, MD. Born August 3, 1960 in Queens, NY, Jeannie was the daughter of the late John and Martha (Lyons) Demmick.
Jeannie's passion in life was caring for those around her which is why she became an LPN. She served honorably in the U.S. Navy. She loved reading and growing her own herbs and spices but...
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Michael John Talley
August 27, 1957 - January 21, 2013
Michael John Talley, 55, of Rising Sun, MD passed away suddenly January 21, 2013 in Arkansas while vacationing.
Born in Chester, PA on August 27, 1957, Mike was the son of Albert and Georgianna Talley. He was a 1975 graduate of Oxford High School and has a passion for motorcycles and enjoyed four wheeling with his son. He was devoted to his grandchildren and will be missed by his family and...
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Gail E. Springer
April 1, 1945 - January 19, 2013
Gail E. Springer, 67, of Elkton, MD, went home to be with the Lord on January 19, 2013 surrounded by loved ones.
Born in Chester, PA on April 1, 1945, Gail was the daughter of the late Jack F. and M. Elizabeth Stevens, sister to John T. Stevens, mother to Jennifer L. Clark, and wife of G. David Springer, Jr., all of whom predeceased her. Gail was a graduate of Sun Valley High school in 1963. ...
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Cherie B Paquette
April 27, 1979 - January 19, 2013
Cherie B. Paquette, 33, of Edgewood, MD, passed away unexpectedly January 19, 2013.
Born in Waldorf, MD on April 27, 1979, Cherie was the daughter of Bob and Michelle Paquette. She was a homemaker.
In addition to her parents, Cherie is survived by her husband of 8 years, Charles A. Cox of Edgewood; two daughters, Chastin Kotapski and Madison Cox; and a son, Charles Cox, Jr., all at home; a...
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C. Melvin "Mel" "Ripper" Brooks, Sr.
January 13, 1921 - January 12, 2013
C. Melvin Brooks, Sr.
"Ripper" "Mel"
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather C. Melvin Brooks, Sr., a lifetime resident of Newark, left this world for eternal life on January 12, 2013, just one day before his 92nd birthday. He died peacefully at Christiana Care surrounded by his family.
Mel was born January 13, 1921, in Frederica, DE to the late Claude C. and...
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Ronald Cush Hatfield
January 9, 1932 - January 12, 2013
Ronald C. Hatfield, age 81, of North East, MD passed away on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at his home with his loving family by his side.
Ronald was born on January 9, 1932 in Gilbert, WV to the late Greenway and Elsie Hatfield. Ronald is a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Korean War. He worked at Chrysler Auto Assembly Plant as a supervisor, retiring in 1989. Ronald was a lifetime...
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Donald L. Wiseman, Sr.
November 21, 1934 - January 11, 2013
Donald L. Wiseman, Sr., age 78 of West Grove, PA, passed away Friday, January 11, 2013. Born November 21, 1934 in Mt. Olive, WV, he was the son of the late James Luther Wiseman and Virgina Dare (Holburt) Wilburn.
Donald served in the U.S. Navy, which was something he was very proud of. He served on the U.S.S. Mid Way as a firefighter. He was an avid bowler, participating in various bowling...
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Lonnie Kenneth Clutter
December 22, 1928 - January 8, 2013
Lonnie Kenneth Clutter, age 84, of Elkton, MD was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at Elkton Care & Rehab. Kenneth was born on December 22, 1928 in Centralia, W Va to the late William and Roda Clutter.
Kenneth proudly served in the US Navy as a Navy Diver, retiring after 26 years as a Senior Chief Petty Officer. Most of his time was spent in the Pacific Fleet during...
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Alice Lucille Martin Hickey
December 22, 1928 - January 6, 2013
Alice L. Martin Hickey, 84, of Rising Sun, MD, passed away peacefully January 6, 2013 at Lancaster Hospice and Community Care, surrounded by her family.
Born in Perry Point, MD on December 22, 1928, Alice was the daughter of the late Roger Stephen and Mary Margaret Ebner Martin. In addition to raising a family, Alice devoted her life to Janes United Methodist Church, serving on various...
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Tommy Lee Williams
September 20, 1948 - January 5, 2013
Thomas "Tommy" Lee Williams, age 64, of Conowingo, MD passed away on Saturday, January 5, 2013. He was born on September 20, 1948 in Havre de Grace, MD to the late James C. and Helen L. (Dubree) Williams. He worked for Laborers Union International of North America Local #710 and spent most of his working life with the Susquehanna Electric Company Conowingo Hydro Station. Tommy was an avid...
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Walter A Broll III
November 13, 1953 - January 4, 2013
Walter A. Broll, III, 59, of Elkton, MD, passed away unexpectedly at his home on January 4, 2013.
Born in Baltimore, MD on November 13, 1953, Walter was the son of Walter A. Broll, Jr. and the late Dorothy Judith Lari Broll. He attended Glen Burnie High School, and was a master finishing carpenter, and a member of Carpenters Union 101. He attended Essex Community College and received an...
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Larry McDowell
September 27, 1957 - January 1, 2013
Larry McDowell, age 55, of Nottingham, PA passed away on Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at Union Hospital.
Larry was born on September 27, 1957 in Havre de Grace, MD. A 1975 graduate of Oxford High School, Larry was a self employed mushroom grower for many years and a truck driver in his later years. He was an avid shuffleboard player.
He is survived by his father, Wilmer H. McDowell of...
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Robert Gibson Banks
November 28, 1960 - December 29, 2012
Robert Gibson Banks, age 52, of Perryville, MD passed away on December 29, 2012 at his home with his family surrounding him. Bob was born in Painesville, Ohio on November 28, 1960 to late Robert Forrest Banks & Jewel M. Banks.
Bob enjoyed his Harley Davidson motorcycle and his Peterbilt Truck. He was an amazing dad, husband and family man. He was the #1 Pittsburg Steelers Fan.
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Nadine R. Hall
January 19, 1928 - December 21, 2012
Nadine R. Hall, 88, of Elkton, MD, passed away Dec 21, 2012 at Union Hospital.
She is survived by her daughter Sherry Laramore of Elkton and her son, Bruce Hall of Carlsbad, NM; and two grandchildren, Shane Laramore and Brady Hall. She was preceded in death by her husband Donald who died in 2007.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thurs. Dec 27, 2012 at Rosebank Cemetery.
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Beatrice Theresa Canapp
July 7, 1940 - December 20, 2012
Beatrice Theresa Canapp, aged 72, of Port Deposit, MD, passed away on Thursday, December 20, 2012 at Harford Memorial in Havre de Grace, MD.
She was born July 7, 1940 in Baltimore, MD to the late John and Geneva (Dugger) Jowanowitch.
She is survived by her son, Carroll Fidler and wife Linda of Port Deposit, MD; brothers John Jowanowitch and wife Rita of Pemboke, NC, and Robert Jowanowitch and...
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Grace E. Edwards
February 20, 1940 - December 19, 2012
Grace E. Edwards, 72, passed away peacefully at home December 19, surrounded by her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many, who will miss her dearly.
Grace was born and raised in Cecil County. She was predeceased by both her parents, Harvey Francis McDowell & Myrtle Coulson McDowell. She leaves behind her husband of 54 years, Bill Edwards; her children, Cliff...
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Sandra "Sandy" Stephens
November 6, 1950 - December 19, 2012
Sandy Stephens, 62, passed away peacefully in her home on December 19th after a 15-year battle with cancer.
The daughter of Oliver and the late June Evertz, she was born on November 6th, 1950 in St. Louis, MO. Sandy graduated from Lindberg High School in 1968, and attended the University of Kansas, where she graduated with a degree in Elementary Education in 1972.
In 1972, Sandy married...
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Wayne W. Pierce, Jr.
April 23, 1946 - December 16, 2012
Wayne W. Pierce, Jr.
Wayne W. Pierce, Jr. age 66 of Conowingo, MD, passed away Sunday, December 16, 2012 surrounded by his loving family.
Wayne was born in West Grove, PA on April 23, 1946 to the late Wayne W. & Hazel Pierce, Sr. He worked for over 44 years at Lenape Forge. Wayne enjoyed fishing, boating, tinkering with projects around the house, reading, and playing cryptograms. He was a...
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"Lucy" Spangler
August 21, 1936 - December 11, 2012
Gertrude "Lucy" Spangler aged 76, of Newark, DE, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born August 21, 1936 in Grant Twp., PA to the late Darrell and Olive (Kidd) Kerr.
A devoted wife and mother, Lucy spent much of her life caring and giving to her family and friends, who will miss her dearly.
Lucy is survived by her loving...
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John B. Zistl, Jr
December 12, 1944 - December 8, 2012
John B. Zistl, Jr., 67, of Elkton, MD, passed away at his daughter's home on December 8, 2012.
Born in Wilmington, DE on December 12, 1944, John was the son of the late John B. and Annie Denham Zistl. He was a graduate of the Salesianum School in Wilmington and was an HVAC technician for Boulden Oil Co. He enjoyed his family and family activities, especially camping, fishing and cooking as well...
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Murray J. Zepp
February 14, 1931 - December 8, 2012
Murray J. Zepp, 81, of Rising Sun, MD, passed away December 8, 2012 at Christiana Hospital.
Born in Madonna, MD on February 14, 1931, Murray was the son of the late Ira and Nellie Foard Zepp. He served in the Korean War in the United States Marine Corps and retired from the Maryland State Police with the rank of Captain, serving as Division Commander in Pikesville, MD. Murray was a member of...
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Richard B Lucas
December 23, 1930 - December 7, 2012
Richard Byrd Lucas, 81, a lifelong resident of Rising Sun, MD, passed away suddenly December 7, 2012.
Born on December 23, 1930, Richard was the son of the late Oliver and Mary Wilson Lucas. He was a graduate of Rising Sun High School and served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He retired from Conrail as an engineer. He was a founding member of Calvary Missionary Baptist Church and...
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Charlotte Veasey
July 14, 1953 - December 1, 2012
Charlotte F. Veasey, aged 59, of Newark, DE passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 1, 2012 at Christiana Care in Newark, DE.
She was born on July 14, 1953 in Chestertown, MD to Esther (Wiltbanks) Meeks and the late Ivan Wilmer Meeks.
Charlotte enjoyed watching NASCAR, her favorite driver being Bill Elliott, reading, and trips to Ocean City, MD, but what she enjoyed the most was being the...
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Bonnie Mae Jones
February 24, 1927 - December 1, 2012
Bonnie Mae Jones, age 85 of Rising Sun, MD passed away Saturday, December 1, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. Born February 24, 1927 in Marion, VA, Bonnie was the daughter of Thomas Lee and Margaret (Poston) Johnson.
Bonnie had a kind heart who was a hardworking, loving mother. She enjoyed gardening and loved her flowers. Above all, she cherished her family and loved every moment spent...
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Barry Halliday
November 29, 1946 - November 29, 2012
Barry Halliday, age 66 of Colora, MD, passed away suddenly Thursday, November 29, 2012. Born November 29, 1946 in Ithaca, NY, Barry was the son of the late Donald A. Halliday, Sr. and Elisabeth (Blessing) Halliday Burgess.
He worked for many years in the food service industry as a director, most recently at Applebee's. He was a member of the ΣAE fraternity, the Jay Cee's, the Colora Civic...
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"Sue" Emily Mae Gibney
April 30, 1932 - November 25, 2012
Emily Mae "Sue" Gibney, 80, a lifelong native of Rising Sun, MD, died at Calvert Manor Healthcare Center on Sunday November 25, 2012. She was the daughter of the late Marion T. and Arvilla Mae Terry White.
Sue was an original member of the American Legion Post 194, Rising Sun, MD. She worked at Montgomery's Restaurant since the age of 15 and in 1985 she and her husband purchased it and renamed...
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James Edward Truslow
February 10, 1937 - November 21, 2012
James E. Truslow, 75, of Port Deposit, MD, passed away November 21, 2012 at St. Agnes Hospital.
Born in Blythedale,, MD on February 10, 1937, Jim was the son of the late Frank and Gavrella Truslow. He worked for many years at BATA Shoe Co. and also worked for a time at Aberdeen Proving Ground.
He is survived by his brothers, Dave, Robert, Herbert, Benjamin and Larry Truslow; his sister Irene...
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Alyssa Nicole Johnson
February 7, 2009 - November 17, 2012
Alyssa Nicole Johnson, 3 yrs. old, of Rising Sun, MD passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 17, 2012. She was born on February 7, 2009 in Paradise, CA. Alyssa is survived by her parents, Jeanette M. Dakin of Rising Sun, MD and Marcus A. Johnson of Drumore, PA.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her paternal grandparents, Elizabeth Cole of Rising Sun, MD and Mike Cole of Peach...
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Draginja Haler
July 24, 1936 - November 17, 2012
Aged 76, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November, 17, 2012, at her home in Newark, DE surrounded by her family.
She is survived by her husband, Vasilj Haler; son Milan Haler; daughter Gordana Kukoleca; brother Rade Paspalj; and four grandchildren Mihailo Haler, Boris Haler, Milos Kukoleca, and Ana Kukoleca.
Services will be held at 11:30 am on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at R.T. Foard...
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Roy G. "Rusty" Viars, Jr.
November 1, 1958 - November 15, 2012
Roy "Rusty" G. Viars, Jr., age 54, of Joppa, MD passed away on November 15, 2012 at his residence. Rusty was born in Elkton, MD on November 1, 1958 to the late Roy G. Viars, Sr. and Ruth R. Viars.
Rusty was a Veteran serving in the U. S. Army from July 19, 1976 to February 13, 1982. He enjoyed and cherished time spent with his family, especially with his granddaughter.
He is survived by...
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Helen Bolen Shafer
July 22, 1934 - November 11, 2012
Helen Inez Bolen Shafer, age 78 of Rising Sun, MD, passed away on November 11, 2012 at home surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Sneedville, TN on June 22, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Tyler and Martha Seal. Helen was a member at Janes United Methodist Church in Rising Sun, MD where she was active in the choir and walking club. She enjoyed crocheting, cooking and music, but her...
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William "Dusty" G. Koldus
June 12, 1955 - November 11, 2012
William "Dusty" Gordon Koldus, Jr., age 57, of Rising Sun, MD passed away, peacefully, on November 11, 2012 in Christiana Hospital, Newark, DE. He was born in Havre de Grace, MD on June 12, 1955 to the late William Gordon Koldus, Sr. and the late Mary Patricia Koldus.
He was a master electrician and also a project manager at Chester County Intermediate Unit. He enjoyed scuba diving, fishing,...
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